[Merged] Bone Crushing Deals at FactoryDirect

[Scorpionsy]

Hi guys...just got this e-flyer from FactoryDirect.ca

The coupons (offers) are valid from Oct. 29- Nov. 4

http://www.factorydirect.ca/email_html/091029_Bone_Crushing_Deals.htm

Please note that some of the items are brand new and some refurbished.

I got refurbished items before...and they are just like new in most cases, but you save HUGE amounts of money.

Happy shopping everyone. :cheesygri

[grappos13]

would i look like a total loser if i got a blackberry 7230 and used that as my regular phone and for blockberry data and BBM? lol

or does the 8700 look more respectable? or r both still too old to have now lol

[TheDarkRage]

Tshirt deal and Wireless headphone set looks like it could be good.

[nitroblu]

how reliable would it be to buy a refurb logitech cordless wave desktop from FD?

[kid3]

Tshirt deal and Wireless headphone set looks like it could be good.

Thanks OP

Also didn't notice the wireless headphones have to check them out, anyone have any experience with them?

[Scorpionsy]

how reliable would it be to buy a refurb logitech cordless wave desktop from FD?

I would say go for it. Logitech is a leader brand. Their refurbished items are usually in excellent condition, plus you get the original manufacturers warranty...and if you don't like the item you get get a refund withing a certain period of days. Can't recall...it could be 15 or 30 days but better call them directly just to be sure.

Also, you can get extended warranty from them for 7% extra of the price of the item you purchased. :)

[Scorpionsy]

Thanks OP

Also didn't notice the wireless headphones have to check them out, anyone have any experience with them?

You are welcome. :)

Not sure about the headphones as i have not purchased them myself, but i think that these are RF and not IR...so that's good. You can buy, test them and if you don't like them just return for a refund.

[vanquisher]

Damn... this is flaming hot for anyone who needs a wire for their desktop, notebook or electronic to a router. $10 for a 50' Cat5e ethernet cable. :razz:

http://www.factorydirect.ca/catalog/product_spec.php?pcode=CX0050

[idiotcanuck]

I thought that the pair of Cobra FRS/GMRS radio's for $9.99 was a good deal, when I saw the newspaper ad the other day. Especially for casual use, or for a multi car roadtrip.

[ahoroba]

Thanks OP.
But even a newbie should know that FD does not give refunds. Store credit for defective products only.
Cheers.

You are welcome. :)

Not sure about the headphones as i have not purchased them myself, but i think that these are RF and not IR...so that's good. You can buy, test them and if you don't like them just return for a refund.

[JWL]

Thanks OP.
But even a newbie should know that FD does not give refunds. Store credit for defective products only.
Cheers.

Store credit AFTER a 30% restocking fee.

[Nokialuna]

would i look like a total loser if i got a blackberry 7230 and used that as my regular phone and for blockberry data and BBM? lol

or does the 8700 look more respectable? or r both still too old to have now lol

yeah get the 8700. i know people that are still using it.

however, keep in mind that it is refurbished. i don't really trust factory direct. had a bad experience with web cams a few years back.

[Goodcat]

Store credit AFTER a 30% restocking fee.

Thanks for reminding me that.

[Mepoor]

Factory Direct - Logitech Pure-Fi Express Ipod Docking Spkrs $29.99 WITH COUPON (http://www.factorydirect.ca/catalog/combo_spec.php?pcode=FC6412&id=357), Refurb, until Nov 4
with Clock and Alarm, and remote, but no AM/FM

Probably not a super great Ipod docking system but you can't beat the price if you only need it to fill a bedroom or small office. I don't need it to behave like a $1,000 stereo system! ;)

More details at Logitech:
http://www.logitech.com/index.cfm/speakers_audio/ipod_mp3_speakers/devices/4781&cl=us,en

http://www.logitech.com/repository/1965/png/15871.1.0.png

[blackjud]

$18.50 expedited shipping to my BC location kills that deal.
Bought the same speakers at Canada Computers seven days ago for $34.99 with $10 instant rebate, reg. $44.99, and $6.99 flat rate shipping

[natster]

What do you guys and gals think of the ottoman deals at the bottom of the flyer? Ottomans are pretty much all alike in terms of build/quality (as long as it's wood), no? Been looking for one, possibly two to complement a rather tight space for sitting mostly. e.g. when gaming, etc.

[Vietlord]

Omg, the $30 logitech dock.
I would buy it buy my mom would yell at me ._.
I already bought a $150 iHome thats sitting proudly in the living room / no remote

[7jaii]

I got refurbished items before...and they are just like new in most cases, but you save HUGE amounts of money.

I wouldn't say that's the case. FactoryDirect on College has been around over a decade but other locations are independently managed. Almost all electronic products are purchased at auction (Plastic Wrapped Skids, products untested). Several RFDers worked for FD and can confirm it's not a good company.

If you're a hobbyist and know what you want and can figure out drivers & workarounds then it's a fun place. For new customers who walk in and assume it's a reputable shop with easy refund/exchange then you're in for a rude awakening. The shops outside the immediate Toronto locations offer sub-par service.

If your item is $5 to $30? Sure, have fun & enjoy. $599 LCD or $299 refurb computers? If something goes wrong you're in for a huge headache.

[andr3y]

I would go, but it crushed my bones :(

[Mepoor]

ya, shipping costs suck.
We have a FD b&m here in town so we just picked it up...

[BB88]

Let me bump this post for you. I just got it from factorydirect for $6.99 with the coupon:
http://www.factorydirect.ca/catalog/combo_spec.php?pcode=FC6395&id=357

This is the media on videohelp:
http://www.videohelp.com/dvdmedia/khypermedia-dvd-rw-philips-041-4/3522

Didn't test burn yet.

[Mepoor]

Factory Direct - Logitech Pure-Fi Express Ipod Docking Spkrs $29.99 WITH COUPON (http://www.factorydirect.ca/catalog/combo_spec.php?pcode=FC6412&id=357), Refurb, until Nov 4
with Clock and Alarm, and remote, but no AM/FM

Probably not a super great Ipod docking system but you can't beat the price if you only need it to fill a bedroom or small office. I don't need it to behave like a $1,000 stereo system! ;)

More details at Logitech:
http://www.logitech.com/index.cfm/speakers_audio/ipod_mp3_speakers/devices/4781&cl=us,en

http://www.logitech.com/repository/1965/png/15871.1.0.png
:evil: Though advertised as the obove picture, turns out it's this unit below with no clock or alarm (not the PLUS version).

http://setugarg.in/images/pure-fi-express.JPG

[bonita!]

Is Phillips known for their MP3 Players?

[TheDarkRage]

Man, the "wireless" headphones are terrible. It's wired only for PC use and a hassle to get it to work on the TV.

Don't bother with it people.

[lithiumli]

i think the Digi Wave 8 bay antenna is a good deal. I have a Channel Master 4 bay right now right now but i wouldn't mind tryinf this out to see if i can get a couple of more channels.

[Nokialuna]

Is Phillips known for their MP3 Players?

yes. their mp3s are pretty decent. the 4gb go gear one I have used personally but I don't know if factory direct is selling the same one. it looks the same from here but you never know lol.

[spartan 117]

With all the garabage I have had to go through with FD, I will never buy their referb piles of junk again. All they do is buy the referb product from the manufacturer or their suplier, blow off the dust and put it in a beat up box without even testing the product.:mad::mad::mad:

[fatpiggy]

Bought a phone from the College location and it was DOA. Didn't bother to return it as it was only 7 bucks. I had better luck at Active Surplus.

[ATLien69]

Is that Volfe 4-Bay HDTV Antenna any good for $20? Been thinking of picking one up to give it a shot. I've had an HDTV for over 3 years with an ATSC tuner, but have never watched an HD channel. :)

[lithiumli]

you have to look at the build quilty, i'm going to go check out the 8 bay tomorrow.

Some of the HD attena's look like they are made of like cheap coat hangers while others look like they are built alot better with thicker metal. (i'm no way an expert but i'm just comparing what i see with my Channel Master)

Is that Volfe 4-Bay HDTV Antenna any good for $20? Been thinking of picking one up to give it a shot. I've had an HDTV for over 3 years with an ATSC tuner, but have never watched an HD channel. :)

[TCWeasel]

I can help you people save yourself some frustration and heartache. Instead of buying something from FD, just send me the money instead. You'll feel better, I'll feel better and the net result will be the same. Either way, you won't have a work product, but at least one of us will benefit.

[rchun044]

I can help you people save yourself some frustration and heartache. Instead of buying something from FD, just send me the money instead. You'll feel better, I'll feel better and the net result will be the same. Either way, you won't have a work product, but at least one of us will benefit.

yeah... the problem with FD is that the buyer doesn't get a warranty from the manufacturer, so if you buy a garmin gps from FD its not covered by garmins warranty, its covered under FD's warranty.....


atleast products from tiger direct have manufacturer's warranties...

[deezz]

would i look like a total loser if i got a blackberry 7230 and used that as my regular phone and for blockberry data and BBM? lol

or does the 8700 look more respectable? or r both still too old to have now lol

YES lol
and any Blackberry without the trackball or any tracking device now looks too old lol

that refurbed Curve is still quite the gyp too, considering when you renew contracts you can get a brand new super kick-ass phone for a lot less.

[deezz]

Is that Volfe 4-Bay HDTV Antenna any good for $20? Been thinking of picking one up to give it a shot. I've had an HDTV for over 3 years with an ATSC tuner, but have never watched an HD channel. :)

Wow. That was...a huge waste of three years of free HDTV. Pick up the antenna and give it a shot.

NFL on CTV-HD and CITY-HD this season has looked nothing short of spectacular on my TV!!! The afternoon game on CTV and the late afternoon game on CITYHD...damn....I loves it.

CTV is now doing their News broadcast fully in HD now, and it looks amazing too. Now if only Global would do theirs in full HD too...Carolyn MacKenzie...omg....

[jamzbe]

I've had decent results from Factory direct actually.

First I bought a 7290 and it worked great until I broke it.

Then I bought the Altec Lansing wireless headphones and they worked great.

Then I bought a portable DVD player and that sucked - really noisy and didn't play my dvd+Rs. I exchanged it twice and finally I just got a gift card.

My dad wanted to buy something but didn't have coupon so we just talked to the manager and they gave us the coupon price anyway.

So overall, a decent experience actually.

I do know however that you really have to know what you are getting into when you buy from them so I always use what I buy right away.

[shepd]

Damn... this is flaming hot for anyone who needs a wire for their desktop, notebook or electronic to a router. $10 for a 50' Cat5e ethernet cable. :razz:

http://www.factorydirect.ca/catalog/product_spec.php?pcode=CX0050

Build your own. 1000 feet for $54.99.

http://www.factorydirect.ca/catalog/category_list.php?cat=C110:C120:C130

If you get your connectors cheap (50 for $1 on eBay), you can build a 50 foot cables for under $3 each.

I suppose you might need to buy the tool. Can be had with 100 connectors and tester tool for $4 on eBay.

Yes, I'm that cheap. And I also like to use solid wire, since that's what the CAT-5 spec originally required.

[Viz79]

Any comments on the Verbatim laser mouse? I'm in deep need of a laser mouse. My old jumpy optical mouse is driving me crazy!!!

~V79~

[torontostore]

what about the 4-handset Philips cordless phones for 39.99?

[mmagda]

Anyways, i approach FD with care. I would and have bought certain items there, nothing that has moving/electronic parts pretty much! hahaha

I have bought batteries and a microSD card, i have heard countless horror stories with products coming from there, and a few good ones. So it is hard to pin point as to what is a 'good deal' nowadays. I normally do not mind refurb products, but this place is an exception to my rule oftentimes than not...

YES lol
and any Blackberry without the trackball or any tracking device now looks too old lol

that refurbed Curve is still quite the gyp too, considering when you renew contracts you can get a brand new super kick-ass phone for a lot less.

Meh. You can find the curve left right and center at the 100$ mark in any local classifieds... So not worth wasting the money on it, IMO. This is coming from a phone *****, i have had 15 [if not more] different phones in the last year! And i buy/sell in the spare time for cash...